Author Steven Layne to share reading passion at Redlands Forum

The next Redlands Forum will be called "Inspire Your Children to Read for Pleasure," and will be Monday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Esri Conference Center, 380 New York St.

Author-educator Steven Layne will discuss how to turn children on to a love of books.

Layne, the director of the master of education in literacy program at Judson University in Elgin, Ill., will visit Redlands to speak about practical ways to engage and inspire readers from kindergarten through high school.

He will share insights from his new book, "Igniting a Passion for Reading," which aims to help schools create a vibrant learning culture that motivates students to read and enjoy great books.

"Join us and learn how you can help ignite a passion for reading among your children, your grandchildren, and the children of Redlands," the website says.